1 - 2 hours

A route which takes around 1 - 2 hours

Elliðaárdalur

Bike:
8.19km
Difficulty
Level 2
A bike tour through Elliðaárdalur with scenic river paths, surrounded by lush greenery and…

The Reykjavík Circle

Bike:
18.53km
Difficulty
Level 1
A fun cycling loop around Reykjavík, passing by many of the city's main landmarks.

Úlfarsfell

Walk:
4.34km
Difficulty
Level 1
Úlfarsfell is a popular and easily accessible hiking destination on the border of Reykjavík…

Seltjarnarnes and golf course

Walk:
7.57km
Difficulty
Level 2
A stunning walking trail that goes around Seltjarnarnes and the golf course near Grótta.

The Water Circle in Heiðmörk

Walk:
7.56km
Difficulty
Level 2
The Water Circle in Heiðmörk is a scenic walking and running route marked with blue posts,…

Hólmsheiði and Rauðavatn

Walk:
5.23km
Difficulty
Level 2
This scenic hike around Hólmsheiði and Rauðavatn leads through a diverse landscape of…

Gunnhildur and Vífilstaðarhlíð

Walk:
6.20km
Difficulty
Level 2
A hike in Heiðmörk which takes you up to the cairn Gunnhildur and follows Vífilsstaðahlíð on…

Ásfjall and Ástjörn

Walk:
4.25km
Difficulty
Level 1
Ásfjall is renowned as one of the most scenic mountains in the capital area due to the clear…

Stórhöfði

Walk:
4.79km
Difficulty
Level 1
The Stórhöfði loop near Hvaleyrarvatn is a family-friendly hike with scenic views of Helgafell…

Búrfellsgjá

Walk:
5.64km
Difficulty
Level 1
A stunning hiking trail through Búrfellsgjá near Heiðmörk that is suitable for the whole…

Æsustaðafell and Reykjafell

Walk:
6.32km
Difficulty
Level 2
The hike to Æsustaðafjall and Reykjafell is a family-friendly loop in Mosfellsdalur, featuring…

Helgafell in Hafnarfjörður

Walk:
5.74km
Difficulty
Level 2
The ascent of Helgafellíð ranks among the most favored hikes in the capital region, offering a…

Mosfell

Walk:
3.75km
Difficulty
Level 1
The path up Mosfell is a well-marked and family-friendly circular hiking route with scenic…

Fógetastígur in Gálgahraun

Walk:
4.17km
Difficulty
Level 1
A stunning walk around the Gálgahraun lava field, where geological formations, birdlife, and…

Öskjuhlíð

Walk:
5.99km
Difficulty
Level 2
Öskjuhlíð is a unique recreational area near downtown Reykjavík with diverse nature and…

Selfjall and Sandfell

Walk:
6.19km
Difficulty
Level 2
Selfjall and Sandfell are easily accessible and scenic hiking destinations on the outskirts of…

Himnastiginn, Víghóll and Heljarslóð

Walk:
3.46km
Difficulty
Level 1
The route from Digraneskirkja to Víghóll is a scenic and historically rich hike with 207 steps…

Guðmundarlundur and Elliðavatn

Walk:
5.01km
Difficulty
Level 1
This circular hiking route, starting at Guðmundarlundur, goes around the uninhabited…

Fossvogsdalur

Walk:
6.27km
Difficulty
Level 1
The trail provides a great insight into the nature and history of this sheltered valley.